Sinecure
01
闲职, 肥差
a position that is not demanding or difficult but pays well
例子
Despite having little responsibility, the director 's position at the company was considered a sinecure due to its generous salary and minimal workload.
尽管责任不大，但由于薪水丰厚且工作量极小，公司的主管职位被视为一份闲差。
The senator appointed his cousin to a sinecure position within his office, allowing him to enjoy a comfortable income without having to perform any significant duties.
参议员任命他的表亲在他的办公室担任一个闲职，使他能够享受舒适的收入而无需履行任何重要职责。
02
闲职, 无需负责的教会职位
a church paid position that requires little or no responsibility, especially one without spiritual or pastoral duties
例子
He was granted a sinecure that paid well but demanded no sermons or parish visits.
他被授予了一个闲职，薪水丰厚但不需要布道或教区访问。
The bishop assigned him a sinecure, freeing him from active ministry.
主教给他分配了一个闲职，使他免于积极的圣职工作。
